J. Paulo Davim

J. Paulo DavimJ. Paulo Davim is a Full Professor at the University of Aveiro, Portugal. He is also distinguished as honorary professor in several universities/colleges/institutes in China, India and Spain. He received his Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering, M.Sc. degree in Mechanical Engineering (materials and manufacturing processes), Mechanical Engineering degree (5 years), from the University of Porto (FEUP), the Aggregate title (Full Habilitation) from the University of Coimbra and the D.Sc. (Higher Doctorate) from London Metropolitan University. He is Senior Chartered Engineer by the Portuguese Institution of Engineers with an MBA and Specialist titles in Engineering and Industrial Management as well as in Metrology. He is also Eur Ing by Engineers Europe FEANI-Brussels and Fellow (FIET) of IET-London. He has more than 35 years of teaching and research experience in Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, with special emphasis in Machining & Tribology. He has also interest in Management, Engineering Education and Higher Education for Sustainability. He has guided large numbers of postdoc, Ph.D. and master’s students as well as has coordinated and participated in several financed research projects. He has received several scientific awards and honors. He has worked as evaluator of projects for ERC-European Research Council and other international research agencies as well as examiner of Ph.D. thesis for many universities in different countries. He is the Editor in Chief of several international journals, Guest Editor of journals, books Editor, book Series Editor and Scientific Advisory for many international journals and conferences. ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5659-3111

Publications

Production, Properties, and Applications of Engineered Cementitious Composites
S. Praveenkumar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2024. 344 pages.
Engineered cementitious composites (ECC) is a new type of fiber-reinforced bendable cementitious composite that is used in various civil engineering applications instead of...
Engineering Materials for Efficient Energy Storage and Conversion
Anoop Kumar Shukla, Rakesh Kumar Phanden, J. Paulo Davim. © 2024. 631 pages.
As the world grapples with the transition to sustainable energy sources, the demand for materials with high-performance electrodes, electrolytes, and catalysts has become...
Development, Properties, and Industrial Applications of 3D Printed Polymer Composites
R. Keshavamurthy, Vijay Tambrallimath, J. Paulo Davim. © 2023. 319 pages.
Polymer composite materials are of prime importance and play a vital role in numerous applications. 3D printed polymer composites have been adopted by the aerospace, medical, and...
Advances in MEMS and Microfluidic Systems
Rajeev Kumar Singh, Rakesh Kumar Phanden, Basant Singh Sikarwar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2023. 331 pages.
Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) device applications are common in many areas. Micromirror arrays are used as video projectors; microsensors find their application for...
Handbook of Research on Advanced Functional Materials for Orthopedic Applications
R. Ranjith, J. Paulo Davim. © 2023. 371 pages.
Scaffold bone replacements are a safe and effective way to cure bone abnormalities, and porous scaffolds can be manufactured using additive manufacturing technology. When...
Sustainable Utilization of Nanoparticles and Nanofluids in Engineering Applications
Sampath Boopathi, J. Paulo Davim. © 2023. 372 pages.
In the present state of manufacturing industries, industrial and commercial components have been prepared for low energy consumption and high performance. Recent and emerging...
Applications of Nanoparticles in Various Manufacturing Processes
Sampath Boopathi, J. Paulo Davim. © 2023. 31 pages.
Nanoparticles, which are particles with dimensions on the nanoscale, have a wide range of applications across many different fields. Nanoparticles are used in many fields, such...
Handbook of Research on Advancements in the Processing, Characterization, and Application of Lightweight Materials
Kaushik Kumar, B. Sridhar Babu, J. Paulo Davim. © 2022. 458 pages.
In the automotive industry, the need to reduce vehicle weight has given rise to extensive research efforts to develop aluminum and magnesium alloys for structural car body parts....
Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Additive Manufacturing
Sachin Salunkhe, Hussein Mohammed Abdel Moneam Hussein, J. Paulo Davim. © 2022. 240 pages.
After the recent launch of home-based personal 3D printers as well as government funding and company investments in advancing manufacturing initiatives, additive manufacturing...
Creativity Models for Innovation in Management and Engineering
Carolina Machado, J. Paulo Davim. © 2022. 330 pages.
In todays' competitive environments, only the most creative and innovative organizations are able to survive. These dynamic organizations continuously establish and develop...
Identification of Optimal Process Parameters in Electro-Discharge Machining Using ANN and PSO
Kaushik Kumar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2022. 19 pages.
Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) process is a widely used machining process in several fabrication, construction and repair work applications. Considering Pulse-On Time...
Advances in Intelligent, Flexible, and Lean Management and Engineering
Carolina Machado, J. Paulo Davim. © 2021. 295 pages.
In organizations today, knowledge on how to manage in a green environment is of a particular emphasis and is an important discussion topic amongst academics, researchers, and...
Methodologies and Outcomes of Engineering and Technological Pedagogy
Kaushik Kumar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2020. 364 pages.
Engineering pedagogy is closely linked to both the technical and the pedagogical sciences. Over the years, engineering pedagogy has shifted from practical education to teaching...
Handbook of Research on Green Engineering Techniques for Modern Manufacturing
M. Uthayakumar, S. Aravind Raj, Tae Jo Ko, S. Thirumalai Kumaran, J. Paulo Davim. © 2019. 403 pages.
Green manufacturing has developed into an essential aspect of contemporary manufacturing practices, calling for environmentally friendly and sustainable techniques. Implementing...
Non-Conventional Machining in Modern Manufacturing Systems
Kaushik Kumar, Nisha Kumari, J. Paulo Davim. © 2019. 303 pages.
Continuous improvements in machining practices have created opportunities for businesses to develop more streamlined processes. This not only leads to higher success in...
Higher Education and the Evolution of Management, Applied Sciences, and Engineering Curricula
Carolina F. Machado, J. Paulo Davim. © 2019. 258 pages.
In an increasingly complex, competitive, and global world, organizations require highly skilled professionals who have the capacity to proactively answer challenges. Thus...
Fuzzy Logic for Machining Applications: Review
Divya Zindani, Apurba Kumar Roy, Kaushik Kumar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2019. 21 pages.
There have been umpteen research reports on the usage of artificial intelligence (AI) strategies for modelling various machining processes. One of the well-known AI strategies is...
Design, Development, and Optimization of Bio-Mechatronic Engineering Products
Kaushik Kumar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2019. 312 pages.
Biomechanical engineering is involved with creating and producing a variety of products in everyday use, from environmentally safe plastics to various foods, fabrics, and...
Performance Study of LaPO4-Y2O3 Composite Fabricated by Sol-Gel Process Using Abrasive Waterjet Machining
M. Uthayakumar, Balamurugan Karnan, Adam Slota, Jerzy Zajac, J. Paulo Davim. © 2019. 19 pages.
This chapter presents an effective approach to assess the abrasive water jet machining of lanthanum phosphate reinforced with yttrium composite. A novel composite is prepared...
Additive Manufacturing Technologies From an Optimization Perspective
Kaushik Kumar, Divya Zindani, J. Paulo Davim. © 2019. 350 pages.
In this technology-driven era, conventional manufacturing is increasingly at risk of reaching its limit, and a more design-driven manufacturing process, additive manufacturing...
Soft Computing Techniques and Applications in Mechanical Engineering
Mangey Ram, J. Paulo Davim. © 2018. 336 pages.
The evolution of soft computing applications has offered a multitude of methodologies and techniques that are useful in facilitating new ways to address practical and real...
Design and Optimization of Mechanical Engineering Products
K. Kumar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2018. 347 pages.
The success of any product sold to consumers is based, largely, on the longevity of the product. This concept can be extended by various methods of improvement including...
Composites and Advanced Materials for Industrial Applications
K. Kumar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2018. 402 pages.
The design and study of materials is a pivotal component to new discoveries in the various fields of science and technology. By better understanding the components and structures...
Enhancing Competitive Advantage With Dynamic Management and Engineering
Carolina Machado, J. Paulo Davim. © 2018. 315 pages.
While many advances have been made in understanding the complexity of manufacturing and production engineering, the social and organizational context remains problematic due to...
Comparative Study of Mechanical and Tribological Behaviour of Thermoplast-Based Composites: With Inorganic and Natural Particulate Fillers
Kaushik Kumar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2018. 21 pages.
The usage of composite material has been increasing day by day over the years due to the excellent properties being offered by them such as lower volume-to-weight ratio, improved...
Identification of Optimal Process Parameters in Electro-Discharge Machining Using ANN and PSO
Kaushik Kumar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2018. 19 pages.
Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) process is a widely used machining process in several fabrication, construction and repair work applications. Considering Pulse-On Time...
Mathematical Concepts and Applications in Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics
Mangey Ram, J. Paulo Davim. © 2017. 495 pages.
The application of mathematical concepts has proven to be beneficial within a number of different industries. In particular, these concepts have created significant developments...
Optimization of Process Parameters Using Taguchi Coupled Genetic Algorithm: Machining in CNC Lathe
Supriyo Roy, J. Paulo Davim, Kaushik Kumar. © 2017. 27 pages.
In the era of mass manufacturing, Material removal rate and Surface Roughness are of primary concern even in manufacturing using contemporary CNC machines. In this work, L27...
Optimization of Process Parameters Using Soft Computing Techniques: A Case With Wire Electrical Discharge Machining
Supriyo Roy, Kaushik Kumar, J. Paulo Davim. © 2017. 44 pages.
Machining of hard metals and alloys using Conventional machining involves increased demand of time, energy and cost. It causes tool wear resulting in loss of quality of the...
Computational Approaches to Materials Design: Theoretical and Practical Aspects
Shubhabrata Datta, J. Paulo Davim. © 2016. 475 pages.
The development of new and superior materials is beneficial within industrial settings, as well as a topic of academic interest. By using computational modeling techniques, the...
Computational Materials Design: Different Concepts and Aspects
Shubhabrata Datta, Bishnupada Roy, J. Paulo Davim. © 2016. 12 pages.
The chapter primarily deals with brief description of different methods of materials modeling which utilizes the scientific theories in different length scales. It also gives an...
Estimation of Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Epoxy-Based Green Composites
Supriyo Roy, Sumit Bhowmik, J. Paulo Davim, Kaushik Kumar. © 2016. 29 pages.
Composites based on natural fibre reinforcement have generated wide research and engineering interest in the last few decades due to their small density, high specific strength...
Nanotechnology Applications for Improvements in Energy Efficiency and Environmental Management
M. A. Shah, M. A. Bhat, J. Paulo Davim. © 2015. 478 pages.
As nanoscale research continues to advance, scientists and engineers are developing new applications for many different disciplines, including environmental remediation and...
Thermal Sprayed Coatings and their Tribological Performances
Manish Roy, J. Paulo Davim. © 2015. 420 pages.
Thermal spraying is a dynamic process and a rapidly changing field which is used in a variety of industries to solve a number of challenging problems including performance...
Processing Techniques and Tribological Behavior of Composite Materials
Rajnesh Tyagi, J. Paulo Davim. © 2015. 464 pages.
An understanding of friction and wear behavior of materials is crucial in order to improve their performance and durability. New research is providing the opportunity to solve...
International Journal of Applied Management Sciences and Engineering (IJAMSE)
Carolina Machado, J. Paulo Davim. Est. 2014.
The International Journal of Applied Management Sciences and Engineering (IJAMSE) is a refereed, multidisciplinary journal that publishes high-quality articles on management...
International Journal of Materials Forming and Machining Processes (IJMFMP)
J. Paulo Davim. Est. 2014.
The International Journal of Materials Forming and Machining Processes (IJMFMP) is a refereed journal that publishes high quality articles with an emphasis on research and...
Advances in Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering
J. Paulo Davim. 2014.
With its aid in the creation of smartphones, cars, medical imaging devices, and manufacturing tools, the mechatronics engineering field is in high demand. Mechatronics aims to...
Research Developments in Wood Engineering and Technology
Alfredo Aguilera, J. Paulo Davim. © 2014. 410 pages.
Wood material has acquired great importance due to its short supply and increasing environmental awareness amongst users and manufacturers. However, its use as an engineering...
Surface Engineering Techniques and Applications: Research Advancements
Loredana Santo, J. Paulo Davim. © 2014. 347 pages.
Surface engineering includes many facets of materials science that help regulate the function, quality, and safety of products such as automotive, textile, and electronic...
Handbook of Research on Nanoscience, Nanotechnology, and Advanced Materials
Mohamed Bououdina, J. Paulo Davim. © 2014. 617 pages.
The burgeoning field of nanotechnology has led to many recent technological innovations and discoveries. Understanding the impact of these technologies on business, science, and...
Design and Selection of Chemically Deposited Ni-P-W Coatings for Optimum Tribological Behavior
Prasanta Sahoo, Supriyo Roy, J. Paulo Davim. © 2014. 28 pages.
Chemically deposited nickel coatings possess superior tribological properties such as high hardness, good wear, and corrosion resistance. The quest for improved tribological...
International Journal of Surface Engineering and Interdisciplinary Materials Science (IJSEIMS)
J. Paulo Davim. Est. 2013.
The International Journal of Surface Engineering and Interdisciplinary Materials Science (IJSEIMS) is a refereed, interdisciplinary journal that publishes high quality articles...
Dynamic Methods and Process Advancements in Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Materials Engineering
J. Paulo Davim. © 2013. 396 pages.
Engineering and design are often a necessary steps for an industry to become effective. Industry modeling can help to bridge the communication gap among engineers and system...
Engineering Creative Design in Robotics and Mechatronics
Maki K. Habib, J. Paulo Davim. © 2013. 366 pages.
While technologies continue to advance in different directions, there still holds a constant evolution of interdisciplinary development. Robotics and mechatronics is a successful...
Computational Methods for Optimizing Manufacturing Technology: Models and Techniques
J. Paulo Davim. © 2012. 395 pages.
As manufacturing technology and its applications become more complex and beyond the scope of conventional approaches, there has been considerable interest in developing...
Application of Particle Swarm Optimization for Achieving Desired Surface Roughness in Tungsten-Copper Alloy Machining
V. N. Gaitonde, S. R. Karnik, J. Paulo Davim. © 2012. 18 pages.
The tungsten-copper electrodes are used in the manufacture of die steel and tungsten carbide workpieces due to high thermal and electrical conductivity of copper, spark erosion...
Application of Taguchi Method with Grey Fuzzy Logic for the Optimization of Machining Parameters in Machining Composites
K. Palanikumar, B. Latha, J. Paulo Davim. © 2012. 23 pages.
Glass fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP) composite materials are continuously displacing the traditional engineering materials and are finding increased applications in many fields...
International Journal of Manufacturing, Materials, and Mechanical Engineering (IJMMME)
J. Paulo Davim. Est. 2011.
The International Journal of Manufacturing, Materials, and Mechanical Engineering (IJMMME) is a refereed, interdisciplinary journal that publishes high quality articles with...
Advances in Chemical and Materials Engineering
J. Paulo Davim. 2011.
The cross disciplinary approach of chemical and materials engineering is rapidly growing as it applies to the study of educational, scientific and industrial research activities...